About the role#
This is a paid, full-time internship focused on the production process from grape to finished wine. You will work under the supervision of a Winemaker to learn facility operations and develop leadership skills. The role requires a commitment of at least six months.
What you'll do#
- Shadow teams in the cellar, analytical lab, and compliance departments.
- Learn lab procedures, identify wine specifications, and pull tank samples.
- Participate in facility sanitation and learn equipment functions by working alongside operators.
- Supervise grape processing during the crush season, including managing grape trucks and directing tank operations.
- Ensure additions and circulations are performed correctly.
- Conduct daily fermenter tastings and tank walks.
- Document production scale winemaking trials and participate in benchtop trials.
- Write and close out work orders while tracking cellar processing status.
- Provide status reports upon the completion of major tasks.
What you'll need#
- You must be 21 years or older.
- Enrollment in or recent graduation from an undergraduate program in Viticulture and Enology, with a minimum of Junior-level coursework.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer aptitude.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to solve problems creatively.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Reliability, punctuality, and a commitment to following safety regulations.
- Ability to perform physical tasks like bending, standing, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Location & details#
- Locations: Acampo, Fresno, Glen Ellen, Ripon, and Soledad, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $24.00 per hour.
About The Wine Group
The Wine Group is a beverage manufacturer based in Ripon, California. Founded in 1981, the company produces wine and alcoholic beverages across more than 125 brands. It maintains operations in California, New York, and Australia. The company employs over 1,000 people and utilizes sustainable production practices.
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